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Xeon Bronze 3106
Phenom II X6 1100T BE
Performance Spectrum - CPU
About PassMark
PassMark CPU Mark evaluates processor speed through complex mathematical computations. It provides a reliable metric to compare multi-core performance, where higher scores indicate faster processing for multitasking, gaming, and heavy workloads.
Value Upgrade Path
This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (PassMark) per dollar. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money. The Xeon Bronze 3106 is positioned at rank 730 and the Phenom II X6 1100T BE is on rank 22, so the Phenom II X6 1100T BE offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Xeon Bronze 3106
Performance Per Dollar Phenom II X6 1100T BE
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Xeon Bronze 3106 | Phenom II X6 1100T BE |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($395) | ✅ More affordable ($265) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Skylake (server) (2017−2018) / 14 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Thuban (2010) / 45 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Xeon Bronze 3106 | Phenom II X6 1100T BE |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+49%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($395) | ✅ More affordable ($265) |
Performance Check
To accurately isolate CPU performance, all benchmarks below use an NVIDIA RTX 4090 as the reference GPU. This eliminates GPU-side bottlenecks and highlights pure processing throughput differences between the CPUs.
Note: Real-world results may vary based on your actual GPU. CPU performance impact is more visible in processing-intensive titles and high-refresh-rate gaming scenarios.
Technical Specifications
Side-by-side comparison of Xeon Bronze 3106 and Phenom II X6 1100T BE
Xeon Bronze 3106
The Xeon Bronze 3106 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 11 July 2017 (8 years ago). It is based on the Skylake (server) (2017−2018) architecture. It features 8 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 1.7 GHz, with boost up to 3 GHz. L3 cache: 11 MB (total). L2 cache: 1 MB (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA3647. Thermal design power (TDP): 85 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-2133. Passmark benchmark score: 5,753 points. Launch price was $306.
Phenom II X6 1100T BE
The Phenom II X6 1100T BE is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 2009-01-01. It is based on the Thuban (2010) architecture. It features 6 cores and 6 threads. Base frequency is 3.3 GHz, with boost up to 3.7 GHz. L3 cache: 6 MB (total). L2 cache: 512 kB (per core). Built on 45 nm process technology. Socket: AM3. Thermal design power (TDP): 125 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 5,745 points. Launch price was $149.
Processing Power
The Xeon Bronze 3106 packs 8 cores / 8 threads, while the Phenom II X6 1100T BE offers 6 cores / 6 threads — the Xeon Bronze 3106 has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3 GHz on the Xeon Bronze 3106 versus 3.7 GHz on the Phenom II X6 1100T BE — a 20.9% clock advantage for the Phenom II X6 1100T BE (base: 1.7 GHz vs 3.3 GHz). The Xeon Bronze 3106 uses the Skylake (server) (2017−2018) architecture (14 nm), while the Phenom II X6 1100T BE uses Thuban (2010) (45 nm). In PassMark, the Xeon Bronze 3106 scores 5,753 against the Phenom II X6 1100T BE's 5,745 — a 0.1% lead for the Xeon Bronze 3106. L3 cache: 11 MB (total) on the Xeon Bronze 3106 vs 6 MB (total) on the Phenom II X6 1100T BE.
| Feature | Xeon Bronze 3106 | Phenom II X6 1100T BE |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 8 / 8+33% | 6 / 6 |
| Boost Clock | 3 GHz | 3.7 GHz+23% |
| Base Clock | 1.7 GHz | 3.3 GHz+94% |
| L3 Cache | 11 MB (total)+83% | 6 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 1 MB (per core)+100% | 512 kB (per core) |
| Process | 14 nm-69% | 45 nm |
| Architecture | Skylake (server) (2017−2018) | Thuban (2010) |
| PassMark | 5,753 | 5,745 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | — | 508 |
Memory & Platform
The Xeon Bronze 3106 uses the LGA3647 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Phenom II X6 1100T BE uses AM3 (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches 2133 on the Xeon Bronze 3106 versus DDR3-1333 / DDR2-1066 on the Phenom II X6 1100T BE — the Xeon Bronze 3106 supports 199.4% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Xeon Bronze 3106 supports up to 768 of RAM compared to 32 GB — 184% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 6 (Xeon Bronze 3106) vs 2 (Phenom II X6 1100T BE). PCIe lanes: 48 (Xeon Bronze 3106) vs 16 (Phenom II X6 1100T BE) — the Xeon Bronze 3106 offers 32 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: C621 (Xeon Bronze 3106) and AMD 870,880G,890FX,970,990FX (Phenom II X6 1100T BE).
| Feature | Xeon Bronze 3106 | Phenom II X6 1100T BE |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA3647 | AM3 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0+50% | PCIe 2.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | 2133+71000% | DDR3-1333 / DDR2-1066 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 768 | 32 GB+4368967% |
| RAM Channels | 6+200% | 2 |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 48+200% | 16 |
Advanced Features
Only the Phenom II X6 1100T BE has an unlocked multiplier for overclocking — a significant advantage for enthusiasts seeking extra performance. Only the Xeon Bronze 3106 supports AVX-512 instructions — important for machine learning and scientific applications. Virtualization support: VT-x, VT-d (Xeon Bronze 3106) vs AMD-V (Phenom II X6 1100T BE). Primary use case: Phenom II X6 1100T BE targets Enthusiast Legacy.
| Feature | Xeon Bronze 3106 | Phenom II X6 1100T BE |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | No |
| IGPU Model | None | — |
| Unlocked | No | Yes |
| AVX-512 | Yes | No |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d | AMD-V |
| Target Use | — | Enthusiast Legacy |
Value Analysis
The Xeon Bronze 3106 launched at $395 MSRP, while the Phenom II X6 1100T BE debuted at $265.
| Feature | Xeon Bronze 3106 | Phenom II X6 1100T BE |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $395 | $265-33% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $395 | — |
| Release Date | 2017 | 2010 |
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